SkyOvercast with light rain
Nerja · Málaga
Playa Torrecilla
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
300 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water21 °CDaily high22 °CUV3WavesSlightJellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00
Now
Forecast for 17:00
This is an official forecast for the stated period, not an observation taken at the beach.
Environmental estimate
Conditions less favourable for jellyfish arrival
Forecast wind and the regional coastline orientation are less favourable for jellyfish transport towards the shore. This is a limited-confidence regional physical indicator; it does not confirm the presence or absence of jellyfish at this beach.
Accumulated wind9 km/h · 21°Water temperature21 °CValid for11/11/2026 16:00
Weather forecast
Hourly and daily outlook
Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.
Next hours
Today’s weather
At 17:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast with light rain and a forecast temperature of 22 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 22 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind SE at 8 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 22 °C, water temperature around 21 °C and a maximum UV index of 3.
Next days
Today
Mostly cloudy with rain
Low 19°High 22°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 48 km/h Humidity 57–86% ≈ slight ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 3
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Clear
Low 17°High 20°
☂ Rain 85% ↝ light Gusts 40 km/h Humidity 64–94% ≈ moderate ◉ Water 19° ☀ UV 3
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Cloudy
Low 17°High 20°
MorningCloudyAfternoonClear
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 22 km/h Humidity 66–74% ≈ moderate ◉ Water 19° ☀ UV 3
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals with light rain
Low 16°High 20°
☂ Rain 70% ↝ SW · 15 km/h Humidity 65–80% ☀ UV 3
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29
Sea state
Sea conditions
≈A qualitative category is not converted into metres. Height, period and direction are shown only when published by the source.
Slight
Water temperature21 °C
WindLight
Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 21 °C.
Water health
Water quality
The 2026 season does not yet have a final annual classification. The 2025 result is historical; for recent conditions, check the latest test and any published incidents.
View all test results
| Date | Assessment | E. coli | Enterococci |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21/09/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 07/09/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 24/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 03/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 9 UFC/100 mL | 15 UFC/100 mL |
| 20/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 14 UFC/100 mL | 5 UFC/100 mL |
| 06/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 29 UFC/100 mL | 6 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 7 UFC/100 mL | 9 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 4 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/05/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 13 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 4 UFC/100 mL |
| 25/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 6 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 04/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 21/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 30/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 10 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 7 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 19/05/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 4 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 19/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 05/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 8 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 17/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 16 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 03/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 20/05/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/09/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 7 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 04/09/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 4 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 21/08/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 76 UFC/100 mL | 14 UFC/100 mL |
View annual history
2025 EXCELLENT EEA2024 EXCELLENT EEA2023 EXCELLENT EEA2022 EXCELLENT EEA2021 EXCELLENT EEA2020 EXCELLENT EEA2019 EXCELLENT EEA2018 EXCELLENT EEA2017 EXCELLENT EEA2016 EXCELLENT EEA2015 EXCELLENT EEA
A sample or annual classification does not override a later incident or operational flag.
Water quality
The latest microbiological sample was taken on 21/09/2026. The available annual classification for 2025 is excellent; this is a historical assessment, not confirmation of today’s conditions.
Beach at a glance
What it is like
Playa Torrecilla is a small urban beach in Nerja, only 300 metres long and 40 metres wide, integrated into a pedestrian seafront promenade. Its dark sand and moderate waves combine with high visitor numbers and a good level of facilities. Access is easy on foot from the urban roads, although available parking is limited to fewer than 50 spaces. For everyday use it offers toilets, showers, catering, sunbed and parasol hire, as well as adapted infrastructure noted in the official observations.
Length300 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width40 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeDarkPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on footPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink, sunbed hire and parasol hire.
Activities
Published information identifies an anchorage and the nearby La Caleta de Vélez marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingFewer than 50 spaces
BusUrban bus service
Safety and assistance
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Comarcal Axarquía · 20 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from Vías Urbanas.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
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